By Lovemore Katanda

The long-awaited coronation of Kalonga Sosola number 9, successor to Kalonga Sosola number 8, finally took place on Saturday, 22 November 2025, at Sosola Village in Traditional Authority Khombedza, Salima District.

At exactly 5 a.m., a delegation from the Msinja Shrine in Lilongwe, led by Makewana, performed the sacred rite of installing Raphael Nowa of Sosola Village as the rightful heir to the Kalonga throne. The predawn ceremony marked the formal restoration of the kingship after years of anticipation.

The installation was witnessed by selected members of the royal family and several traditional leaders, including Senior Chief Kaomba of Kasungu,Senior Chief Chadza of Lilongwe, Senior Chief Dambe, and many others who travelled from across the country to honour the

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